Players like Philipp Förster
CAM/CMKarlsruher SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPhilipp Förster's profile ↗
The players most similar to Philipp Förster are Ajdin Hrustić, Ruben Müller, Cengiz Ünder. Doppel rates Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) a 83/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shiloh 't Zand scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Philipp Förster is a creative attacking midfielder known for his precision in the final third, boasting a strong ability to deliver accurate passes that unlock defenses. While his overall performance ranks in the bottom third among his peers, his reliability on the pitch is notable, with minimal games missed over the past three seasons. However, he struggles with long-range distribution and finishing, limiting his impact in goal-scoring situations.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Philipp Förster
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 2 | Ruben Müllersimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €1.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 3 | Cengiz Ündersimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 29 | €3.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 87 | 85 |
| 9 | Bilal Bafdilisimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €900k | 87 | 85 |
| 10 | Danel Sinanisimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €2.9m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Sondre Auklendsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Philipp Förster
≈ 100% Philipp Förster · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Philipp Förster · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Philipp Förster · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Philipp Förster?
Statistically, Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) is the closest look-alike to Philipp Förster — a 83/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Philipp Förster?
By Doppel's fit score, Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) is the closest profile to Philipp Förster, with a 83/100 overall match. Ruben Müller and Cengiz Ünder are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Philipp Förster?
Yes. Shiloh 't Zand (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Philipp Förster?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Philipp Förster's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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